Brighamia insignis

Name: Brighamia insignis
Brand: GrowTropicals
SKU: BRIGINSIHAHAWA12
Price: 18.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)

Brighamia insignis 12cm Plants GrowTropicals

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🌿 Plant Care Tips

A plant that no longer exists in the wild. Brighamia insignis, known as the Hawaiian Palm or Alula, was declared extinct in its native habitat on the sea cliffs of Kaua'i, Hawai'i, with the last wild individual disappearing around 2020.

Every plant in cultivation today exists because of conservation propagation efforts. Its form is unmistakable: a thick, succulent trunk that bulges at the base and tapers toward the top, crowned with a compact rosette of glossy, fleshy leaves. It looks like nothing else on a houseplant shelf, and growing one is a small act of keeping a species alive.

Origins
Endemic to the islands of Kaua'i and Ni'ihau in Hawai'i, Brighamia insignis grew on exposed sea cliffs and rocky ledges at elevations up to 480 metres. Despite its common name, it is not a palm but a member of the bellflower family, Campanulaceae. Habitat loss and the decline of its natural pollinator drove it to extinction in the wild.

Soil and Substrate
Brighamia insignis is a succulent that needs sharp drainage and dislikes wet roots. Our Desert Mix is a peat-free cacti and succulent substrate that provides the fast drainage this species requires, replicating the thin, mineral soils of its cliff-face habitat.

FAQs

Free mainland UK delivery on all orders over £60 (Exc NI.)

All plants are sent via express courier services with DPD, UPS, Parcelforce, and Royal Mail. Choose from economy (4–5 day dispatch), standard (1–3 day dispatch), or express for guaranteed next day dispatch available at checkout for an additional cost.

Winter shipping is available during colder months and includes heat packs and thermal insulation where needed.

For full pricing and more information, visit our Help & Advice Hub here.

All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.

Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.

We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.

We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.

That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for.

Some plants such as Begonia, may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.

All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting so they are in active growth when arriving with you.

The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.

If you have any questions about caring for your plants or setting up your home for success, don't hesitate to contact us.

Packaged With Care

We've tested and refined our packaging across tens of thousands of orders over the years. Our streamlined system uses minimal materials while ensuring maximum protection.

Plus, every plant comes with a 7-day live arrival guarantee—so if the unexpected happens, we've got you covered!

100% Quality. 0% Compromise.

We're a team of plant enthusiasts who understand the joy of receiving a new plant. That’s why we go the extra mile to ensure every order brings the same excitement.

Our packaging process is designed with quality control at its core—each plant is carefully inspected by hand before shipping to guarantee it arrives healthy, pest-free, and in perfect condition.

Give the Gift of Green

All our houseplants arrive fully potted and ready to grow—no extra fuss required! They make incredible gifts for any plant lover (or soon-to-be plant parent!). 🎁

Want to send a surprise? We can ship your gift directly to the recipient, and if you leave a greeting message at checkout, we’ll swap out the invoice for a gift note—because who doesn’t love a little extra plant happiness in their day? 🌿✨

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